Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Reviews

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Angela from Salisbury, NC

04/09/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
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Campus Safety

I have never heard of any issues with safety. As a matter of fact, I'm a Criminal Justice student at RCCC and had to write a paper on campus safety. During my research I found that RCCC has never had a reported incident!

Greek Life

I will be inducted into Phi Theta Kappa this month. I'm so excited.

Clubs and Activities

Plenty of clubs and activities to do. RCCC is very active and offers tickets and rides to all types of events.

Great for these types of students

Great for all types of students!

Bang for the buck

In-State tuition is very reasonable. If you qualify for $0 on your EFC through FAFSA, and you take 12 credits (which is considered full-time), with books, you can usually get some money back.

Food and Dining

I have never eaten in the cafeteria. However, when I go to the bookstore, which is beside of the cafeteria, the food smells really good.

Academic Rigor

RCCC provides a stimulating core of classes. I am in the Criminal Justice program and I love it.

Tips for prospective students

Fill out your FAFSA as soon as you decide to go to college, don't wait. Contact your High School for official transcripts; either have them sent to the college directly or to you, but do not open them.

In three sentences

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is a great community college with several different locations. The Criminal Justice classes offer a stimulating environment. I would recommend this school to anyone!

Kinsley from Harrisburg, NC

07/25/2012

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Campus Safety

Campus safety is fantastic.

Great for these types of students

RCCC is s great place for students who dont want to go to a huge University or who dont like to be in huge calsses. At RCCC you would get more one on one time with teachers then you would in a University.

What to do for fun

I like to stay active and play sports. I spend most of my days at the gym or outside playing sports. Track, Volleyball, Basketball and Soccer use to be my main sports i played.

Food and Dining

I'm not sure how the food and dining is because i have not had a chance to eat at that campus.

Dorm Life

there is no dorms on RCCC.

Academic Rigor

The academic is fantastic at RCCC.

Tips for prospective students

Always be on time, and know where your classes are. Pay attention in class and stay ontop of all your studies. Don't let yourself fall behind in your studies.

In three sentences

RCCC is a very nice school and has the what i am looking for in a college. The location is not to big or small, it fits the size i'd like to attend.

Barbara from Mocksville, NC

01/28/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

There is a sherrifs car that patrols the school. There are also some gaurds by the bookstore. If there are any wet spills, or cracks in the pavement, there are large orange cones to prevent you from getting hurt.

Clubs and Activities

M.I.S.T.E.R.S. and W.O.W. are some clubs. And they had a new Spanish/foreign language club last semester.

Great for these types of students

This college is great for all types of people. I know people from all ages. Once we had a mother and a daughter in the same english class.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Occasionally we have wii tournaments.

Bang for the buck

You can buy used textbooks or even rent new ones. To rent though, you need to have a debit card, so that they can charge you for any damages. When you are through with your books, you can sell them back to the library......but I would sell them online. You'll get more of your money back this way.

What to do for fun

I study for fun. Make a study group and go out! After a test you can go bowling at woodleaf lanes, down the street. Or a movie, at the Salisbury Cinema. Make lasting friendships.

Food and Dining

There is a cafeteria, but on fridays they close at 12:30pm. The food is pretty reasonably priced. It taste pretty good too.

Dorm Life

It is a community college, so it does not have any dorm rooms.

Academic Rigor

I think that the academics of this school keep you busy. But if you don't procrastinate, you will have plenty of time to have a social life. There are evening courses, and some courses on the weekend.

Tips for prospective students

Don't wait until the last minute to do your homework. If you can find a friend to helpyou study, go for it, because its fun too. As long as you take it seriuosly. It doesn't have to be boring. Studying with a friend, and having fun can help you to retain your knowledge better. If you need the bookstore, they close before 1 on fridays.

In three sentences

I love the class options, whether it it internet-based, or classroom interaction. The teachers get everyone involved in the discussion. Sometimes the RCCC.edu site is down, but they let you know they are fixing it, and that Blackboard will be up soon.

Jalessa from Kannapolis, NC

06/18/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Security on campus is excellent. They make sure that everyone is safe at all times. Installed emergency towers in student parking lots, that with just a touch of the button, the local police are alerted if anything negative happens on the campuses or around the campus

Clubs and Activities

SGA (student government association)-handle all of the student activities/events that happen on all of the campuses

Great for these types of students

Transfer Students, who want to save some money or are afraid to jump into a university college life right after high school

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

South Campus, North Campus and Cabarrus Business & Technology Center and North Carolina Research Campus and Cloverleaf Center and R3 Center

Bang for the buck

Tuition is not that bad, and with financial aid the money burden is lifted. With this aid, tuition and books are paid for. In the end I was so happy to be a graduate from here!!!! :-) I came and did what I set out to do. Now that I have my double major associate degree in Arts and Criminal Justice from here, I will be able to transfer to Winston-Salem State University or any other North Carolina School and come in as a Junior!!!

What to do for fun

Hang out with friends on campus, in between classes. The school always has activities/events going on that cater to students

Food and Dining

Food is great, and the prices are reasonable. Have a student center, and big cafeteria for students. Where you can eat and dine with friends inside or outside

Dorm Life

No dorms. It is a technical 2-year school

Academic Rigor

Whatever program you are studying, the classes make sense. General education courses are taken care of when you graduate. Ideal for transfer students like me

Tips for prospective students

Know what program you want to study. Take as many classes as you can, so that you are not attending the school for more than three years. Take summer classes, if you can, time will speed by. Apply for financial aid, if you need it and cant pay for classes on your own. Stay in touch with student services, and they will help you with anything you may need help with.

In three sentences

This school is amazing. They offer a variety of programs, and the teachers are dedicated to helping you reach your educational goals. I graduated on May 11, 2013 from this school with an associates degree in Criminal Justice and Arts and now I will be able to transfer to any university in North Carolina and pursue my bachelor's degree as a junior

Jesika from Concord, NC

The clubs and activities are not that great at RCCC. There are not very many clubs offered for students to join.

Bang for the buck

Since it is a community college, it is definitely worth what you pay for. Essentially, you get the same education for half the cost.

What to do for fun

RCCC has many different activities to do for fun during the school hours. They have an outdoor courtyard where they host many events for students to participate in.

Food and Dining

There is only one cafeteria on the campus and the food is alright. I would recommend going off of campus to get any type of food.

Dorm Life

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College does not offer dorms as a choice of living. Everyone who attends lives off of campus. There are many apartments nearby though.

Academic Rigor

I do not find the classes extremely challenging. I have only been attending RCCC for a year, and I have only taken the prerequisites. I start the Nursing program in the fall and have heard that it is pretty challenging.

Tips for prospective students

I would recommend going to speak with an adviser about the different programs that RCCC offers. I would also go tour the campus. It is not very big, but it will help you more than you think.

In three sentences

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is a great and affordable place for an education. The instructors truly care about the students and want them to do well. The advisers also do a great job directing students with academic needs.

Jalessa from Kannapolis, NC

11/01/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

The campus has never had any serious incidents. Security is always there on campus, and they stay there for hours making sure that students are safe. Emergency poles were built, for people who are in danger. Police/ fire deparments are notified at fast rates for any emergencies

Greek Life

No greek life available. Some greek clubs and organizations are announced for people with academic excellence

Clubs and Activities

There is a SGA club that I know about. There are other posters around campus about other groups. Activities are announced through student emails and posted on flyers around the school

Great for these types of students

Any age is welcome. Students who will work hard and stay on track. Mature people who have set goals for themselves, will succeed here.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There are many locations. There is a north and south campus. The north campus is located in Salisbury nc and the south campus is located in concord nc. There is a cabarrus business & technology center located on concord nc. There is a North Carolina campus in kannapolis nc. There is a cloverleaf center in concord nc and a r3 center in kannapolis nc

Bang for the buck

It is worth the time put in. Coming to class is important. Keeping on track with your academic progress is essential. Its only a two year school.

What to do for fun

The SGA which stands for the student government association at the school, has monthly events that happen on campus. These events are always free for students, and even families are invited. Most of the time prizes are given through giveaways and contests.

Food and Dining

The food is great, and offered at low prices. Food deals are always posted for breakfast and lunch items. Renovations are underway, to make the cafe bigger and have even more diverse foods available for students still at low prices.

Dorm Life

there are no dorms

Academic Rigor

Once a person knows what they want to study, taking classes is a breeze. Keep up with each class that you take, because it is possible to repeat classes. Most classes will transfer to any university of your choosing. Advising counselors will help you with any questions.

Tips for prospective students

Apply early, so that you can start taking classes right away. Know what program of study you want to pursue while there. You will get done with your classes sooner than later. Apply for financial aid. Classes and books can be expensive, having extra money will help, plus a refund is given out to students.

In three sentences

This school is great for students to come and learn. The school is not expensive at all, nobody is turned away. Valuable education is granted to those who work hard, and the reward is an Associates degree in a field that your interested in.

Marissa from Kannapolis, NC

There are a lot of campus activities to get involved in! Check the bulletin boards!

Food and Dining

The brand new cafeteria in the student center- although the choices may be limited- is pretty good!

Academic Rigor

Classes are usually a decent amount of work, but fairly easy. There are many tutoring opportunities available, and instructors are extremely helpful.

Tips for prospective students

Sign up for classes early, they fill up quick. Use the time you have between classes to squeeze in some work- it saves you a lot of time later!

In three sentences

Rowan Cabarrus Community Colleges is a great place to kick-start your education path. The teachers are great, the staff is amazing, and they have so many opportunities to get involved. Enjoy this close to home educational experience for a fraction of the cost you'd pay at a University!

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